Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) is often misunderstood in India and is seen only as physiotherapy or a supportive service rather than a full clinical specialty. This misconception may lead to late referrals, preventable complications, and poor functional outcomes for people living with disability. PMR is not just about exercises; it is physician-led and focused on diagnosis, medical management, and coordination of multidisciplinary care. Early rehabilitation is beneficial...

Cancer and its treatment can affect patients in many ways. Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R), also known as physiatry, is a medical specialty that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, non-surgical treatment and rehabilitation of patients with a disability or disease, such as cancer.

Cardiac rehabilitation, or “cardiac rehab,” is a medically supervised exercise program designed to help patients recover and thrive after a heart-related procedure or diagnosis. It includes exercise training, risk factor modification, heart-healthy education, nutrition advice and counseling to reduce stress that can often accompany these medical conditions.